DCB catalog 2024-25

148 SOIL SCIENCE (SOIL) SOIL 210 Introduction to Soil Science (3CR); Fall, Spring Pre: None The physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils as they are related to use, conservation and plant growth in rural and urban environments will be discussed. SOIL 222 Soil Fertility and Fertilizers (3CR) Pre: None Introduction to basic principles of soil science and the study of soil properties such as physical, chemical, and biological and how each relates to the crop production resources and the environment. SPECIAL EDUCATION (SPED) SPED 101 Introduction to Developmental Disabilities (3 CR); Fall Pre: None This course examines the diverse forms of developmental disabilities (DD), legal and ethical factors when working in the DD profession, common philosophies of service to individuals with DD, and developing/planning a team when providing service to individuals with DD. SPED 110 Introduction to Exceptional Children (3 CR); Spring Pre: None The course introduces and examines exceptionalities of learning with a focus on understanding current social and educational responsibilities. THEATRE (THEA) THEA 201 Theatre Practicum (1CR) Fall, Spring Pre: None Participation in various activities of theatrical production. This course may be repeated. TOURISM (TOUR) TOUR 212 Principles of Tourism (3 CR) Fall Even Years Pre: None Overview of tourism including historical issues and current trends, travel behavior, tourism planning and policy, tourism impacts and tourism promotion. UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTES (UAS) UAS 101 Introduction to UAS Operations (3CR) Pre: None This course explores the history, designs, regulations, and economics of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS). Students will explore common uses of sUAS's such as precision agriculture, public safety, communications, aerial filming, resource management, and research. Legal and environmental considerations will be discussed was well as the business opportunities and growth areas. The course will also examine future applications of sUAS operations, with an emphasis on commercial and public applications.